Accounting and law firms around the world watched with great interest the progress through the British courts claim. Those familiar with the suit filed by Prince Jefri of Brunei against professional services firm KPMG Peat Marwick, we note that its decision would be "a historic decision with serious consequences." At stake is nothing more than a professional services to conduct their business. The case points: (1) there is tension between the way accounting firms and law firms to view your commitment to our customers, and (2) the use and limitations of a "Chinese wall" in the management of potential conflicts within the firm "Hide
. by Ashish Nanda Source: Harvard Business School 14 pages. Publication date: 07 May 1999. Prod. #: 899266-PDF-ENG
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